The UK government has launched a competition for up to £15 million ($20 million) in grant funding to spur the development of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).

The European Commission (EC) has put forward a plan for a Digital Green Certificate to provide proof of a passenger’s COVID-19 health status, with the aim of facilitating a travel recovery within the EU.  

The latest additions to the UK’s ever-changing list of “red list” nations that are deemed to have high rates of COVID-19 infections will have an unusually large effect.

France’s parliament has given the go-ahead for clauses aimed at limiting airport development and domestic flights on routes for which a rail alternative of 2.5 hours or under exists. 

Many airlines and airports have placed investment in sustainability at the top of their agendas despite the pandemic crisis. QANTAS-BP PARTNERSHIP…

Health travel apps need government standards.

Europe’s pilots and airlines have called for a ramp-up of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) and for European policy to ensure the fuels’ sourcing makes them truly sustainable. 

Airlines and airports are welcoming new recommendations by ICAO urging the harmonization of coronavirus testing and vaccine certificates, and the consideration of giving high priority for air crews to receive vaccinations.